Cost of Living in West Union, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.6
100 = national avg
-3.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,493
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,437
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.6
Food103.4
Transportation104.1
Healthcare102.7
Utilities98.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$754
per month
2 Bedroom
$928
per month
The overall cost of living index in West Union is 96.6, which is 3.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,493 per year to cover basic expenses.